Departments
History In recognition of the General Command of the Jordan
Armed Forces represented by the language institute, and because of the
importance of languages as a means of communication among nations, The French
Language Department was established in 1982. The main goal of its establishment
was to allow military learners to enter a cultural, linguistic, and military
environment of the Francophonie by relying on the four skills specified in the
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). More than 78
French language courses have been held, graduating over 1,000 officers at the
Basic level, 57 officers at the advanced level, 103 officers who completed the
French language course for military observers, and 31 officers who completed
the French language refresher course. Courses and assessment The French Language Department offers courses at
various levels, including basic courses (twice a year), intermediate courses,
advanced courses, refresher courses, and intensive courses for military
observers. The department receives approximately 15 officers from
all military branches in the Jordan Armed Forces and security services in the
basic French language course for beginners for a period of 23 weeks, with a
total of 690 hours, at a rate of 6 study hours per day The department teaches the same curriculum taught at
the French Cultural Center (Alter ego +) which is based on levels A1 and A2 of
the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The department
utilizes diverse and modern training materials, including worksheets,
audiovisual materials, and listening exercises. Students' level of linguistic comprehension is
assessed through periodic written exams, listening exams and oral exams, also
interviews to measure the student's acquisition of basic language skills
(Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening), which are fit with the CEFR and the
Diploma in French Language (DELF) certification. Cooperation
and Coordenation There is close coordination between the French
Language Department and the Military Attaché at the French Embassy. French
teachers are sent to the French Language Department to contribute and support
the teaching process. Additionally, there is coordination with the French
Cultural Center in Jordan to exchange educational experiences and hold
specialized workshops. The French Language Department also provides military
units with translators as needed.